Warehouse Associate

TopGum Industries; Copiague (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

TopGum Industries in Copiague, NY is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support shipping, receiving, and stocking of materials in a 24/7 production environment. The role requires forklift-certified candidates and familiarity with warehouse data systems.

Responsibilities include inventory counts, verifying incoming shipments, and ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient workspace. High school diploma or GED and prior warehouse experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED required.
• Previous warehouse/receiving experience.
• Experience with warehouse equipment such as hand trucks and pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with shipping, receiving, and stocking of materials.
• Complete accurate monthly inventory counts and verify shipments.
• Inspect products for damages and report issues; tag and label materials.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work environment.

Skills

Basic math & literacy

English reading & writing

Warehouse data systems

Education

High school graduation or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Hand trucks & pallet jacks

Job description

REPORTS TO:Warehouse Supervisor

HOURLY RATE:$18.50 – $24.00

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Permanent | Full-Time , 12 – Hour Shift

LOCATION: Copiague, NY

About Us

We provide full-service contract manufacturing, bottling, and packaging solutions for gummy natural health products, supporting clients from concept through launch. Operating within a regulated manufacturing environment, we are committed to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

The Opportunity

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for assisting with shipping, receiving, and stocking of materials. Assist with ordering, receiving, storing, inventorying, issuing, and shipping materials, supplies, tools, equipment, and parts, in warehouse.

What Success Looks Like

• Materials and products are received, stored, and issued accurately and on time.
• Inventory counts and documentation are accurate and up to date.
• Shipping and order preparation are completed efficiently and correctly.
• The warehouse is organized, clean, and operates safely.

Responsibilities:

Inventory & Materials Management

• Supply production with raw materials and packaging as required.
• Complete accurate monthly inventory counts.
• Receive and verify accuracy of incoming shipments based on SOPs.
• Complete necessary paperwork and data entry thoroughly, accurately and in a timely manner.
• Inspect products for damages; report as need.
• Tag and label materials.

Shipping & Order Preparation

• Assemble goods to be shipped and prepare identifying information and shipping instructions.
• Unload and place products appropriately.

Workplace Safety & Cleanliness

• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work environment.
• Cleaning and sanitation duties.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

Experience & Education

• High school graduation or GED required.
• Previous warehouse / receiving experience.
• Experience with warehouse equipment such as hand trucks and pallet jacks.

Technical Skills

• Valid forklift certification.
• Ability to understand and follow all safety and operating procedures in food production.
• Knowledge of basic math as well as English reading and writing skills.
• Working knowledge of warehouse data systems.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Stand or walk for an extended period on a hard surface
• Lift up to 40 lbs.
• Reach, kneel, or crouch
• Ability to work in a 24/7 production environment.
• Be present in manufacturing environment which can be noisy, hot, cold and require PPE.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as needed to meet business, operational, quality, safety, or regulatory requirements.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Hiring

We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.